The bestselling author of Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist casts new light on the Virgin Mary, showing that she is an icon for women and men to emulate in contemporary society.
BRANT PITRE is a professor of Sacred Scripture at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is the author of the bestselling book Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist- Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper (2011). Dr. Pitre is an extremely enthusiastic and highly sought-after speaker who lectures regularly across the United States. He has produced dozens of Bible studies on both CD and DVD, in which he explores the biblical roots of the Catholic faith. He has also appeared on a number of Catholic radio and television shows, such as Catholic Answers Live and programs on EWTN. He currently lives in Louisiana with his wife, Elizabeth, and their five young children.
"This book is vintage Brant Pitre: clear, persuasive, readable, and
above all, inspiring. It causes us not only to know more about the
Mother of God, but also to love her more." –Robert Barron,
Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles and author of To Light a Fire
on the Earth
"Mystified by the way Catholics speak about Mary? Join the club!
But if you – like me – have longed for a book that makes a good
biblical case for Catholic teachings relating to Mary, then look no
further! Brant Pitre has produced an absolutely riveting,
page-turning read, surely the most thought-provoking and
stimulating I have ever read on the subject." –Chris Tilling,
Graduate Tutor and Senior Lecturer in New Testament Studies
"I did not think a single book could be written about Mary that
would excite and unite Catholic and Protestant readers - scholars,
clergy and laity alike. What Pitre does with the Bible and Marian
typology is clear and compelling. A joy to read, this is the best
biblical study of Mary I have ever read. A true
masterpiece." –Scott Hahn, author of The Lamb's Supper and The
Fourth Cup
"Combining detailed biblical study with his own personal
reflections, Pitre explains how Mary the mother of Jesus came to be
regarded as a new Eve, a new Rachel, the ark of the new covenant,
heavenly queen, perpetual virgin, and mother of God. The volume is
an accessible, indeed essential, guide to Roman Catholic teaching,
and it should interest anyone seeking deeper understanding of
Mary’s role." –Amy-Jill Levine, University Professor of
New Testament and Jewish Studies, Vanderbilt Divinity School and
College of Arts and Science
"Brant Pitre takes important theological truths and makes them not
only interesting, but exciting. This book will revolutionize your
understanding of the most important woman in history." –Jennifer
Fulwiler, author of One Beautiful Dream
"Combining rich Biblical scholarship with an engaging, easy-to-read
style, this highly accessible book offers a fresh look at Mary in
the Bible. Pitre clearly and convincingly shows that the Bible
reveals much more about Jesus’ mother than is commonly appreciated
today. A must read for every Christian who takes the Bible
seriously and is open to what God’s Word has to say about Mary.”
–Edward Sri, author of Walking with Mary
"It simply is not possible to read the Christian Scriptures without
reading the New Testament in light of the Old. With his rare
combination of historical-critical mastery and theological
erudition, Pitre illumines the whole Scriptures in pondering the
figure of Mary." –Matthew Levering, James N. and Mary D. Perry
Jr. Chair of Theology, Mundelein Seminary
"'Mary is not a…dogma, but a person.' This climax, towards which
Brant Pitre masterfully leads the reader, is exemplified throughout
his book Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary, a study which is both
careful in argument and breathtaking in scope. Pitre’s premise is
that we must look to the Old Testament as well as the New Testament
to find the Mother of God. In doing this, we follow the Church
Fathers (and also the apostles!), who used typology to clarify both
the person of Jesus and his mother. Readers will delight in a
thorough but accessible presentation that judiciously incorporates
Scripture, ancient writings, and contemporary scholars from
Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, and even Jewish contexts.
Especially intriguing is his convincing construal of holy Mary as a
'new Rachel' who intercedes for her children. Here is a winsome
book, whose Catholic perspective will engage both Catholic and
Orthodox who honor the Theotokos, and Protestants who have
questions to ask about her." –Edith Mary Humphrey, William F.
Orr Professor of New Testament, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
"I’ve spent a long time reading books, loving books, collecting
books...and I’ve spent the last four decades evangelizing with
books. So I know that this one is destined to become what the
sisters call a 'bread and butter' title. That’s convent talk for
basic, necessary, life-giving, something you never get tired of. In
other words, not a shelf-sitter or dust collector. This one’s a gem
and a keeper. It is absolutely clear, convincing, heartfelt
mariology...and it’s also something you could easily give to your
bishop or your hairdresser. Brant’s books have always opened doors
for me, into familiar places and wonderfully unexplored places. But
this one? This one is a golden door. Because he speaks of someone
he loves, and you can feel it. So whether this is your first
introduction to the beautiful Mother of God or whether it is a
deepening of a love story already begun, this book deserves to be
read and SHARED!" –Sr. Julia Darrenkamp, F.S.P., Pauline Books
and Media
|
Ask a Question About this Product More... |
|
